Grimaud “Carnavals” Playing Cards, Silvia Maddonni Designs, c.1983

Mint, sealed (cards, not box) deck made by Grimaud c.1983 titled, “Carnavals,” with wonderful designs of Silvia Maddonni inspired by the traditional costumes worn at the carnivals of Rio, Cologne, Nice and Venice. The faces of the cards can be seen at the World Web Playing Card Museum (WWPCM #04243).

The deck has 52 suited cards, plus 2 Jokers, plus an extra card announcing the deck. The cards are wide, measuring 88mm x 62mm and come in the original box.